Cognitive Skills Specialist

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

Responsible for the direct implementation of cognitive behavioral programming for the clients in the Corrections program. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science or related field required.
Must be able to routinely lift and carry boxes weighing 50 pounds or more.
Must be able to use stairs, when necessary, for building evacuations, drills or during elevator maintenance.
Speaks positively about the programs, staff and The Salvation Army.
Verbalizes pro-social thinking using respectful language, tone of voice and body language.
Displays pro-social behavior.
Maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and employees.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Cognitive Theory and Social Learning Theory preferred.
Work experience in the Chemical Dependency field and/or licensure helpful.

Responsibilities

Conducts cognitive skills programming as scheduled.
Evaluates clients overall progress and goal achievement and communicates the status to clients regularly as required by the program.
Selects and implements the cognitive behavioral intervention strategies which best fit the characteristics of individual clients and program.
Provides clients with education about the cognitive errors that support a criminal lifestyle.
Educates and assists clients in utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques to counter act the use of destructive thinking patterns in accordance with cognitive behavioral strategies.
Prepares and records individual progress notes and outside correspondence according to specifications.
Coordinates services with case managers, other staff and other agencies in the community and maintains accurate documentation of same.
Educates/trains current and new employees within the department about pertinent cognitive skills information.
Develop recovery and relapse prevention activities for clients.
Provide technical assistance and guidance to staff in regards to addictions and treatment.
Coordinate client assessments, appropriate discharge plans and linkage to community support systems.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.